Module 1 Problem Set

MODULE 1 PROBLEM SET What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The parasympathetic nervous system generally operates during normal situations, permits digestion, and conserves energy. What is the difference between anatomy and physiology? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Anatomy focuses on the structure of the body. Physiology looks at how the body parts function together. The physiology of the body depends on the anatomy of the body. What is the function of the sympathetic nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The sympathetic nervous system activates and prepares the body for vigorous muscular activity, stress, and emergencies. What are the 2 divisions of the autonomic nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWERS-sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. What is controlled by the somatic and autonomic nervous systems? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The somatic system controls the movements of skeletal muscles, skin, and joints. The autonomic system nerves control the glands and smooth muscles of the internal organs. What are the 2 divisions of the efferent division of the peripheral nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Somatic system and the autonomic system. Describe the movement of nerve impulses in the peripheral nervous system. - CORRECT ANSWERS-PNS receives impulses from the sensory organs via the afferent division and then relays signals or impulses from the CNS to muscles and glands via the motor or efferent division. What are the 2 divisions of the peripheral nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Afferent, efferent Collections of cell bodies inside the peripheral nervous system are called _____, and the collection of nerve axons in the peripheral nervous system are called _____. - CORRECT ANSWERS-ganglia, nerves. What is included in the peripheral nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The PNS includes the cranial nerves and the spinal nerves.